We are excited to have our tips for taking great “first look” photos featured in Inside Weddings! Our lovely couple, Juli and David’s beautiful first look photo at the Museum of Contemporary Art was highlighted as an example. Here are the tips we offered and the full feature can be seen on Inside Weddings.
Here are four tips on how to make sure the photos are picture-perfect:
1. Find a picturesque location. “A beautiful garden can be a wonderful option for the ‘first look,’” suggests Cara Nava of Carasco Photography. Work with your photographer to find the best spot near your venue.
2. Get the timing right. You don’t want to be squinting or overexposed because of harsh lighting. If the start time of your ceremony means golden hour is impossible, indoors might be your best bet.
3. Allow plenty of room in your schedule. You don’t want to rush through such a special moment. Not only could that mean you end up with less than satisfactory photos, but this is also a sentimental moment between you and your sweetheart and it’s important to take the time to let everything sink in.
4. Bring a touch-up kit. Even though you’ll likely have just finished getting your hair and makeup done, you never know what could happen. You’ll feel better if you have the ability to fix smudges or pin back flyaway hairs.
